Durrell Way is in North Walsham and in North Norfolk district. NR28 0FH is located in the North Walsham West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Norfolk. This postcode has been in use since 2016-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Durrell Way, North Walsham, NR28 0FH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR28 0FN, NR28 0FJ, NR28 0FP, NR28 0FA, NR28 0FQ, NR28 0UW, NR28 0DS, NR28 0DU, NR28 0EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR28 0FH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.4% | 49.3% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 51.6% | 50.7% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.7% | 39.7% | 18.0% | 37.9% | 1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60% | 39.7% | -20.3% | 44.2% | -4.5% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 15.3% | 7.0% | 9.1% | 6.2% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 3.4% | -4.1% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.5% | 54.9% | 15.4% | 48.4% | 6.5% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 35.4% | -4.5% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 7.6% | -6.6% | 12.7% | -5.1% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 1.8% | -3.5% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.5% | 11.3% | -16.2% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 8.5% | -7.3% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 19.8% | 3.5% | 13.4% | 6.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 5.8% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 29.4% | 19.0% | 16.9% | 12.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 22.9% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -10.9% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.4% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.6% | 95.3% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.4% | 95.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 95.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 1.1% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.2% | 37.2% | 19.0% |
| Christian | 33.1% | 46.2% | -13.1% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Durrell Way was 41.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.5% lower than the North Walsham Market Cross average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Durrell Way has the 10th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in North Walsham Market Cross and the 141st highest crime rate of 373 local areas in North Norfolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 152.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Durrell Way, North Walsham, Norfolk Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2020-11-11 | £337,273 |
| 3 Durrell Way, North Walsham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2020-08-04 | £275,159 |
| 2 Durrell Way, North Walsham, Norfolk Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2019-01-30 | £306,503 |
| 3 Durrell Way, North Walsham, Norfolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2019-01-25 | £239,041 |
| 4 Durrell Way, North Walsham, Norfolk Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £160,000 | 2016-12-09 | £194,667 |
NR28 0FH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 151 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millfield Primary School Recreation Road , NR28 0ES | 3out of 4 | 379 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Walsham Infant School and Nursery Manor Road , NR28 9HG | 4out of 4 | 1,211 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Walsham Junior School Manor Road , NR28 9HG | 3out of 4 | 1,233 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanton Abbott Community Primary School Youngman's Lane , Swanton Abbott NR10 5DZ | 3out of 4 | 4,091 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Worstead Church of England Primary School Honing Road , Worstead NR28 9RQ | 3out of 4 | 4,307 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Walsham High School Spenser Avenue , NR28 9HZ | - not rated | 852 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visiting Teacher Service North Education Services Centre , Market Street NR28 9BZ | - not rated | 740 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Smokey Grill House | North Walsham Garden Centre, Rose Centre Retail Park | 280 yd | |
| Ramblers Restaurant | North Walsham Garden Centre, Rose Centre Retail Park | 280 yd | |
| Jade Garden | 1 Norwich Road, North Walsham | 484 yd | |
| Paston Pop-In | Church Hall At Sacred Heart R C Church, Norwich Road | 484 yd | |
| Griff & Chips | Church Hall At Sacred Heart R C Church, Norwich Road | 484 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Arms Hotel | Kings Arms Street, North Walsham | 655 yd | |
| Club KA | Kings Arms Hotel, Kings Arms Street | 655 yd | |
| Black Swan | Black Swan Hotel, Black Swan Loke | 704 yd | |
| Hop Inn | The Hop In, 2 Market Street | 784 yd | |
| North Walsham Community Centre | Community Centre, New Road | 788 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA Chicken Ltd | 2 Kings Arms Street, North Walsham | 655 yd | |
| Great Wall | 10 Market Place, North Walsham | 735 yd | |
| American Pizza | 8 Market Place, North Walsham | 749 yd | |
| Kellys Plaice | 32A Market Place, North Walsham | 774 yd | |
| North Kebab House | 8 Market Street, North Walsham | 796 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | 7-9 Yarmouth Road, North Walsham | 666 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Victory Swim And Fitness Centre STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 344 yd |
| Millfield Primary School RECREATION ROAD | grass pitches | 513 yd |
| Paston College Playing Field OAK ROAD | grass pitches | 557 yd |
| Paston College GRAMMAR SCHOOL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 567 yd |
| North Walsham Sports Centre SPENSER AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 788 yd |
| North Walsham High School SPENSER AVENUE | grass pitches | 788 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.